Defence Ministry accuses Kurdish-led SDF of injuring four army personnel and three civilians in rocket attack near Manbij.
Syria’s Defence Ministry accused the Kurdish-led SDF of a rocket attack near Manbij, injuring four soldiers and three civilians, while the SDF claimed it was responding to an unprovoked government artillery assault. This incident follows a March agreement for the SDF to integrate into Syria’s state institutions, which remains contentious.
A car linked to Austin Robert Drummond, 28, a murder suspect who allegedly killed four family members in Tennessee, has been found. After the killings, Drummond abandoned a seven-month-old girl, whom he alerted bystanders to, and is now wanted on multiple charges, including first-degree murder, with a $15,000 reward for information leading to his arrest. Want More Context? 🔎
Read moreWildfires in Canada are causing significant air quality alerts across multiple U.S. states, including Iowa, Minnesota, Wisconsin, and Michigan, with Minneapolis experiencing some of the worst pollution globally. The blazes, affecting provinces like British Columbia and Alberta, pose health risks particularly to vulnerable populations, with poor air quality expected to persist into Sunday. Want More Context? 🔎
Read moreSummaryPresident Donald Trump has reinstated the Presidential Fitness Test in public schools, a program originally established in the 1950s to assess youth health and athleticism through various physical activities. Discontinued in 2012 during Barack Obama's administration, the test recognized top performers with the Presidential Fitness Award. Want More Context? 🔎
Read moreUS special envoy Steve Witkoff will visit Gaza on Friday to assess food distribution efforts amid a humanitarian crisis, following a meeting with Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu. Recent violence has resulted in numerous casualties, including deaths from Israeli military actions, while concerns over malnutrition and famine continue to escalate among Gaza's population. Want More Context? 🔎
Read moreAbout the AuthorRebecca SamervelRebecca Samervel, a political science and law graduate, transitioned from modeling to journalism and currently reports on courts for The Times of India in Mumbai. A food enthusiast passionate about travel, politics, and television, she can typically be found at the Bombay High Court during the week.Read More Want More Context? 🔎
Read moreIn New Zealand, the prevalence of eating disorders has risen over the past decade, with social media identified as a significant contributing factor. Individuals like Rose have experienced detrimental effects from platforms like Instagram and TikTok, where exposure to idealized body images and diet culture has exacerbated their struggles with body image and disordered eating. Want More Context? 🔎
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